Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist

Cape Fox Concentric Methods, LLC is seeking a qualified Computer Tomography (CT) Technologist. The CT Technologist will provide services to service members in an outpatient setting to support the Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, California.

The total hourly pay for this non-exempt position is $52.70 per hour for up to 40 hours per week. This is comprised of a base hourly rate of $52.70 plus $4.93 per hour Health & Welfare (H&W) for up to 40 hours per week as required by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS) regulations. This rate represents the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. In addition, for eligible positions we offer a variety of benefits including specified holidays, paid leave, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, as well as 401K with company match. This job will be posted until filled or withdrawn.

Required:

• Graduate from an academic program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) OR graduated from a military program OR graduate from the METC Naval Program in Texas.
• Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) and additional CT certification.
• One year of experience as a CT technologist.

Schedule:Mon - Sun, 0600-1430, 1430 - 2300, and 2300-0700;8-hour shifts;no more than 80 hours in 2-week period

Responsibilities:

• Independently makes examinations after conferring with the radiologist to establish the examination requirements. Schedules, receives, and reviews requests from physicians and other health care providers for examinations. Determines the condition(s) at issue and the procedures and equipment to best meet the needs of the individual case. Explains procedures to patient and family. Starts intravenous fluids and monitors all devices. Recognizes the significance of all structures and the differences between artifact and normal pathology.
• Performs the full range of diagnostic CT examinations/procedures, including neuro, chest, abdominal, chest, pediatric, extremity, body, muscular skeletal. Selects proper technical settings and scan protocol from computer menu. Prints CT images on an as needed basis and processes films in automatic film processor, archives images onto MOD and with AGFA Archive system.
• Adhere to radiation safety policies and procedures in accordance with Radiology Department policies and procedures. Send appropriate image series to the radiologist for reading according to MTF protocol.
• Correctly position the patient for the examination and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination. Determine if any special patient preparation is required. Process digital images and submit for interpretation by radiologists.
• Document all procedures and maintain records in accordance with MTF policy. As directed, perform system calibrations and quality control tasks according to the manufacturer and MTF policy. Recognize artifacts and equipment errors and notify designated Government personnel of outlying values.
• Observe and report to the radiologist any symptoms which have direct bearing on the patient's condition requiring his/her attention. Recognize the need for and institute the necessary emergency measures for situations where a person requires resuscitation procedures due to cardiac or respiratory arrest.
• Monitors equipment status indicators to prevent damage and liaisons with GE and MEDRAD for equipment maintenance. Performs daily quality control checks of CT scanner. Checks emergency equipment and drugs for missing and/or expired items.
• Observe and contribute to instructing medical, professional, and paraprofessional personnel in the theoretical and practical aspects of quality assurance and quality control in the Radiology Department as it relates to PAC systems. Conducts visits to other departments in the MTF concerning diagnostic radiology.
• Determines technical factors, positioning, number, and thickness cut of scans, etc., to satisfy the requirements. Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures and rearranges patient priorities to accommodate them. Maintains record of examinations performed, scans taken, contrast reactions, contrast usage, etc. Maintains permanent record of scans in PACS. Prepares the scanning room. Assures that sterile supplies, contrast materials, catheters and other required equipment are present and laid out.

Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries, and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibit employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries, and affiliates offer preference to Cape Fox Corporation Shareholders, descendants, and other Native Americans pursuant to Public Law 100-241.